Việt Nam News

The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) has recognised Hạ Long Bay - Cát Bà Archipelago in the northern province of Quảng Ninh and neighbouring Hải Phòng City as a world geological heritage site, Associate Professor Dr Trần Tân Văn, former Director of the Vietnam Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE), said on August 25.

The Hồ Chí Minh City Music Association has launched a new music project for children this month. 

Visitors to the village will have an opportunity themselves in the rich culture of the ethnic groups through the programme entitled Vui Tết Độc Lập (Happy Independence Day).

This year, over 15,600 cases of mpox have been reported, resulting in 537 deaths, primarily affecting children.

The Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta province of An Giang will host a trade fair to introduce its culture, tourism, and cuisine to lure tourists during the upcoming holiday to celebrate National Day on September 2.

The top senator hailed the natural beauty of Tràng An with majestic mountain system, and friendly hospitable locals. She spoke highly of the way Ninh Bình develops tourism, attracting a lot of tourists, especially those from Australia.

Driven by a desire to create a distinctive souvenir product that can raise awareness of his city, Nguyễn Thanh Thảo from Hương Sơ Ward in Huế City, has boldly innovated by using lotus leaves to create unique conical hats.

“Hà Nội Days in HCM City” opened on August 23 with an artistic programme titled “Hà Nội Imprints.”

The 10th biennial Đà Lạt Flower Festival is scheduled to run from December 6 to 31 this year with festivities and international music concerts, local authorities said. Besides the usual flower shows, the event will also treat visitors to 12 musical performances with artists from Việt Nam, South Korea, and other countries.

The southern province of Đồng Nai has announced it will organise its first book expo in Biên Hoà City by the end of this year.

A series of prominent tourism products following the green tourism trend, based on nature and culture, combined with environmental protection, sustainable conservation of natural resources, and the natural ecosystem, will be developed by Trà Vinh Province.

Artist Nguyễn Huy Hoàng's new exhibition sees him move away from his usual lacquer work.

Various activities are held at the three-day festival, including displaying exquisite tourism gift products, introducing tours, offering tour vouchers, and promotional programmes by local travel businesses.

It's common to spot big bikes ridden by enthusiasts, but you’ll be astonished to see a 71-year-old still revving up his passion daily. Trần Lê Hùng from Hanoi has travelled across numerous countries and territories. Follow his journey and witness his lifelong love for adventure on two wheels!

The second Krông Pắk durian festival will be held from August 31 to September 2 in the Central Highlands province of Đắk Lắk, aiming to honour durian growers, attract investment and promote the development of a sustainable durian ecosystem.

Việt Nam will host the 8th International Conference of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network for the Asia-Pacific Region from September 5-17 in the northern mountainous province of Cao Bằng, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on August 22.

The Saigon International Guitar Festival 2024 will take place from August 28 to September 1, 2024, at the HCM City Conservatory of Music.

The Cửu Long (Mekong Delta) province of Sóc Trăng has announced plans for the Ok Om Bok Festival, one of three major festivals of the Khmer people in the South.